BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Ellie Leach admits 'never in a million years' as she addresses 'gutting' exit
ok.co.ukEllie Leach has shared her surprise and gratitude at reaching the Strictly Come Dancing semi-final.The former Coronation Street star, 22, who is competing for this year's Glitterball trophy with professional dancer Vito Coppola, took to Instagram to share a heartfelt thanks to her fans.
Posting to her Instagram Story, Ellie wrote: "Never in a million years did I think we would get this far, I'm so grateful to be here and can't wait for another week of chaos with Vito Coppola. "Thank you all for your support none of this would be possible without you who support us every week." Ellie also shared a clip of Nigel Harman's emotional farewell, after he was forced to exit the show due to an injury, adding: "And as for this one...
truly gutted. Love you Nige." Nigel explained his departure from the show in Saturday night's episode, saying: "I was leaping off a rostrum and was about to be caught by some very handsome men.
As I flew, I was Peter Pan and as I landed I was in AandE. I've done something to my ribs and it's a little bit painful. "I'm a little bit high on painkillers as well but I'm having a lovely time." Nigel shared.
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